Attachable condiment applicators and kit therefor

Abstract

A kit comprising various devices for supplying condiments thereto foodstuffs and stored therein a case is herein disclosed. The kit incorporates interchangeable brushes similar to a basting brush that threadably engages a squeezable condiment bottle containing catsup, mustard, barbecue sauce, glazes and the like. Unlike existing packaging, the condiments travel by squeeze pressure through a bottle opening, through a hollow handle, and subsequently onto bristles of an attached brush for application. The brush has a sanitary cover for storage and also comprises additional interchangeable cooking implements, such as, but not limited to flow tips and extension pieces.

Description

RELATED APPLICATIONS[0001]The present invention was first described in and claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Application No. 60 / 815,422, filed Jun. 22, 2006, the entire disclosures of which are incorporated herein by reference.FIELD OF THE INVENTION[0002]The present invention relates generally to a unique system and method for the packaging and the application of foodstuffs such as ketchup, mustard, mayonnaise, barbecue sauce, glazes and, more particularly, to an interchangeable basting-like brush attached to the lid of a squeezable condiment bottle.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0003]Spending time in the great outdoors is among the most popular fair weather leisure time activities. Quite often, cooking and eating a meal is made part of the outdoor activity. Whether it is a family gathering, a picnic or a cookout, a great deal of time is spent around a barbeque grill. A usual part of the barbequing process is that of applying barbeque sauce, glazes, sauces or other condiments. Thi...

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Benefits of technology

"The patent describes a detachable condiment applicator for packaging and applying foodstuffs like ketchup, mustard, mayonnaise, and barbecue sauce. The applicator includes a removable cap and an interchangeable applicator head with a slot and a slide plate or rotary plate that can be aligned with the applicator head. The applicator head has a heat shield and a conduit in fluid communication with it. The applicator also has an extension conduit with a female collar and male attachment, and a flow tip with a restrictor tube and female collar. The method of dispensing the condiment involves attaching the applicator head to the container, sliding a cover over the applicator head, and storing the applicator head and the container in a carrying case. The innovative packaging apparatus is a brush-type that screws onto squeezable condiment bottles and allows for quick and easy application of condiments without touching or pouring them into another container."

Problems solved by technology

In view of the foregoing disadvantages inherent in the prior art, it has been observed that there is need for detachable condiment applicators for the packaging and the application of foodstuffs such as ketchup, mustard, mayonnaise, barbecue sauce, glazes.

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